Question

    50 kg of rice ‘A is purchased for Rs 6/kg

    while 28 kg of rice ‘B’ is purchased for Rs 12/kg. If the mixture of the both types of rice is sold at Rs 11/kg, then find the profit/loss incurred to the seller.
    A Rs. 190 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Rs. 222 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Rs. 198 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D Rs. 297 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E Rs. 177 Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Total cost price = 50 × 6 + 28 × 12 = Rs. 636
    Total selling price = (50 + 28) × 11 = Rs. 858
    Profit earned = 858 – 636 = Rs. 222

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